Mount Camdeboo Private Game Reserve by NEWMARK
Location: Graaf-Reinet, Blue Crane Route, Eastern Cape, 6280, Blue Crane Route, ZA
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Lodges
About this Property
Luxurious Safari Experience
Exquisite Dining and Bar Options
Convenient Amenities and Services
Book your stay now to indulge in a memorable safari experience at Mount Camdeboo Private Game Reserve by NEWMARK.
Important Information
- One child 2 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Policies
Check-in: 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Instructions: The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Amenities & Facilities
- Meeting rooms
- Fireplace in lobby
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Garden
- Luggage storage
- Designated smoking area
- Concierge service
- Picnic area
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Fireplace in lobby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Television in common areas
- Library
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Mountain biking nearby
- Meeting rooms
- Pool umbrellas
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Snack bar/deli
- Free self parking
- Computer station
- Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
- Pool sun loungers
- Game viewing on site
- Safari on site
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
- Banquet hall
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Rooms Available
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Classic Suite (Courtyard Manor 2 pax)
1 Double Bed
Features a private patio
Layout - Bedroom
Relax - Private pool; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Shared accommodations
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Private pool
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Shared accommodation
- Bedsheets provided
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Cottage (Pepper Tree 2 pax)
1 King Bed
Features a private patio
Layout - Bedroom
Relax - Private pool; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Private pool
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Bedsheets provided
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Standard Twin Room (Camdeboo Manor 2 pax)
2 Twin Beds
Features a private patio
Relax - In-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Bedsheets provided
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Exclusive House (Hillside Manor 6 pax)
2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
Patio with mountain views
Layout - 3 bedrooms
Relax - Private pool; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Shared accommodations, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Private pool
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Shared accommodation
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
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Exclusive House (Hillside Manor 5 pax)
2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
Patio with mountain views
Layout - 3 bedrooms
Relax - Private pool; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Shared accommodations, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Private pool
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Shared accommodation
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
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Exclusive House (Hillside Manor 4 pax)
2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
Patio with mountain views
Layout - 3 bedrooms
Relax - Private pool; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Shared accommodations, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Private pool
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Shared accommodation
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
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Exclusive House (Hillside Manor 1 pax)
2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
Patio with mountain views
Layout - 3 bedrooms
Relax - Private pool; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Shared accommodations, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Private pool
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Shared accommodation
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
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Camdeboo POD with 2 Game Drives
1 Queen Bed
Patio with mountain views
Relax - Outdoor private hot tub; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Private spa tub
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Private spa tub (outdoor)
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Cottage (Pepper Tree 1 pax)
1 King Bed
Features a private patio
Layout - Bedroom
Relax - Private pool and fireplace; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Private pool
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Bedsheets provided
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Standard Twin Room (Camdeboo Manor 1 pax)
2 Twin Beds
Features a private patio
Relax - In-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Bedsheets provided
-
Classic Suite (Camdeboo Manor 2 pax)
1 Double Bed
Features a private patio
Layout - Bedroom
Relax - Private pool; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Shared accommodations
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Private pool
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Shared accommodation
- Bedsheets provided
-
Classic Suite (Camdeboo Manor 1 pax)
1 Double Bed
Features a private patio
Layout - Bedroom
Relax - Private pool; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Shared accommodations
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Private pool
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Shared accommodation
- Bedsheets provided
-
Exclusive House (Hillside Manor 2 pax)
2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
Patio with mountain views
Layout - 3 bedrooms
Relax - Private pool; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Shared accommodations, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Private pool
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Shared accommodation
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
-
Exclusive House (Hillside Manor 3 pax)
2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
Patio with mountain views
Layout - 3 bedrooms
Relax - Private pool; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Shared accommodations, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Private pool
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Shared accommodation
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
-
Classic Suite (Courtyard Manor 1 pax)
1 Double Bed
Features a private patio
Layout - Bedroom
Relax - Private pool; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower
Practical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Shared accommodations
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Private pool
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Shared accommodation
- Bedsheets provided
Guest Reviews
- Robert (10/5): Bucket list experience. - This game reserve property is amazing. Our 3 night visit exceeded our expectations in every way, from the attentive staff, committed guide and comfortable room in the main manor. The meals were top notch. The property extends to the high plateaus above both sides of the valley. The wildlife are healthy, with prime examples of various species. We heard of people staying only one night and felt very sorry for them. 3 nights for us was perfect and allowed us to visit the north side of the property to a remote hidden valley.
- Yvonne (6/5): - The ladies in the house were so accommodating and very friendly. Food was amazing!! Shawn our Ranger was also amazing. We did not have the accomodation we booked. There were floods and could not get to the cottage! This is understandable but the manager failed to inform us about the floods! It had happened about a week before our arrival! We wanted private time together for my 60th. The manor house was full of staff all day in and out! If I had known about the floods, we would have rescheduled for another time. She has also not mentioned any refund!! The manor house was R4500 cheaper than the cottage, but I paid in full for the cottage.
- Cronje (8/5): - Staff services The breakfast. Why should it always be bacon and egs. What about pap and wors? Steak and eggs?.Bacon and eggs is for the cheap places. Its a English breakfast. The place is in South Africa.
- Lindsey (10/5): Absolutely outstanding weekend in the Karoo with the most professional, friendly and helpful staff. Can’t wait to go bac - It was authentically beautiful, well equipped, and extremely comfortable…. Stunning scenery There was nothing that I did not like
- Laura (7/5): -
- Terry (10/5): A memorable experience at an amazing location staffed by an excellent team. - Hospitality was excellent and staff were exceptional. The restaurant food was superb. N/A
- Ysabel (10/5): -
- Heinrich (9/5): -
- Pintado Barja (10/5): -
- YvonneM. (9/5): Ein rundum wunderschönes Erlebnis - Wir haben zwei Nächte im Pod verbracht und es war unglaublich schön. Besonders von den Gamedrives waren wir auch sehr positiv überrascht. Vielen Dank für die schöne Zeit und beeindruckenden Tierbegegnungen.
- Lauren (10/5): Fantastic family owned place - all the most incredible animals, luxury service & conservation efforts! -
- An (10/5): Where Nature Meets Thoughtful Luxury - We had such a wonderful stay at Mount Camdeboo. From the moment we arrived, everything felt thoughtful and well taken care of. One of the highlights for me was coming back from a game drive to find a team already preparing dinner or breakfast. It made the whole experience feel incredibly special and just that little bit indulgent. The game drives themselves were excellent, and it’s clear that the animals are very well looked after and in great condition, which really adds to the experience. All in all, a fantastic stay. We left feeling relaxed and, spoilt. If I had to add a small negative, it would really be nitpicking. I still have my aardvark on my bucket list, and sadly it remains unchecked. Perhaps something to consider would be adding a later game drive option, as it might increase the chances of spotting one. I understand nothing is ever guaranteed in nature, but a slightly better shot would definitely tempt me back in a flash. Also worth mentioning the monkeys. I hesitate to even call it a negative because, well, it’s nature and we were warned, but they can be a bit of a nuisance if you’re not on your toes. So yes, consider this less of a complaint and more of a hopeful nudge from someone who is clearly already planning a return visit.
- Mariska Siebert (8/5): Very good, definitely recommend! - Lovely staff, knowledgeable game ranger. Just a suggestion - a little more protein options for a vegetarian/pescatarian diet and some fruit to nibble on :-)
- Clayton (8/5): -
- Stephan (10/5): Tolle Tiererlebnisse in grandioser Landschaft - Rangier Joan war Extraklasse!
- Lorenz (9/5): -
- David (7/5): The guide, Sean, made the stay so memorable - The location, the accommodation, the staff, the food, the game drives 1. Maintenance lacking - shower door not closing, taps not working 2. Only 2 bottles of drinking water placed in the room for the day
- Robin (9/5): Stunning location, property & staff - Superb location with lovely staff who really cared and looked after us Excellent food and extremely comfortable accomodation Very knowledgeable rangers Cannot honestly think of anything !!
- Johannes (7/5): Tolle Safari, leider wurden wir einfach ins Nebenhaus "ausquartiert" - Das Gema Reserve im allgemeinen ist super schön. Das Personal in der Unterkunft war toll und hilfsbereit. Unser Guide Marten war sensationell. Absolute Extraklasse!! Wir waren sehr verwundert, da wir das Cambedoo Manor gebucht haben, also das Haupthaus. Wir wussten gar nicht, dass es ein Nebenhaus gibt, erst als wir zum Abendessen am Abschlussabend zum Essen rüber gefahren wurden. Da haben wir gesehen, dass das Haupthaus welches wir gebucht haben, viel schöner ist und waren sehr enttäuscht, dass man uns einfach ausquartiert hat.
- Hema (8/5): All in all, it was a lovely stay at a lovely place, and the staff were also very pleasant and helpful. - The property overall was lovely in terms of the setup, layout, etc. Also, in terms of the facilities, they provided all the main things one would need. Friendly staff and a lovely opportunity to just “switch off”. Whilst we were asked about the type of vehicle we’d be driving and told that it would be better to have a higher car to get in to the main residence, I do think that some consideration could be given to that final crossing over the rocks and stream/rivulet. Perhaps constructing a bridge of sorts or looking at ways that the crossing could be made easier. There was 27km of gravel road, which I didn’t mind, but that crossing, unless you have a fairly high car, can be a bit treacherous & could damage a vehicle. Also, I had mentioned ahead of time that we’d be there for a special occasion, which went unacknowledged, until I mentioned the reason we’d come, to one of the staff at breakfast the next day. Kaylan then graciously apologised & made some arrangements for later that day, but the point it, the actual day was missed, because the kitchen staff had not been notified. That was disappointing for me, as I’d chosen to stay with you for my special occasion.
- LIANA (10/5): Would go back in a heartbeat - Homely feel, friendly staff, the animals, especially the monkeys in the morning, the rusks in the room! And the meal was wonderful. Room was lovely and spacious and I wished we were staying longer Bone-rattling drive to the property. Very creaky bed
- Ian (10/5): Experience, hospitality, staff and location - all superb, we shall return. - Unique stunning setting, the rooms are true to their heritage. The pool is beautiful and the game drives were amazing. Nothing was disliked
- pascal (10/5): - Emplacement extraordinaire
- Annette (9/5): - It’s remote location and fantastic vistas. The range of game to see. Game drives with Marcus were superb Limited food options at meal times (ie no option)
- SYLVIE (10/5): Le paradis - Le lieu, l'équipe, la chambre, le diner, le petit déj, les meilleurs safaris dans un lieu paradisiaque. Difficile de repartir. De devoir partir
- Henning (10/5): Magic Place - Mount Camdeboo is a truly special and magical place. This was our second visit, and once again it was an absolutely incredible experience. From the outstanding service to the breathtaking location, and from the unforgettable safaris to the surrounding nature, everything fits together perfectly. We stayed at Manor Hill House as a family and it honestly felt like being in a movie. The house, the views, and the atmosphere made the whole stay even more memorable. We highly recommend this lodge, you definitely won’t regret it! It was everything perfect 🫶🏼
- Laurie (10/5): wonderful, just wish we stayed longer, we will certainly return....... - truly a fantastic property, staff were exceptional as were the facilities cannot recommend enough, do not hesitate to stay here you will be so pleased you did, just lovely impossible to find anything but praise for the property, its staff, hosts, facilities and such well positioned in the country , so beautiful, book it !!! no downside to this property other than you will regret not staying longer........
- Herman (10/5): Unbelievable scenery. Very pleasant stay with very friendly staff. Food was excellent - Unreal setting
- Tania (9/5): -
- Laurence (10/5): - Our game viewing guide (Martin) was exceptional. Small items like door handles at the Courtyard need maintenance.
- Kerstin (9/5): Es hat uns sehr gefallen. - Wir waren bereits das zweite Mal dort und wussten ungefähr, was uns erwartet. Das Zimmer ist gut, das Bad ebenso. Im Gegensatz zu anderen Privaten Gamereserves wird man hier nicht „gepampert „, aber recht gut versorgt. Hier ist es, im Gegensatz zu anderen, auch noch bezahlbar. Beim Essen geben sie sich viel Mühe. Alle sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Von unserem Guide und der Tierwelt waren wir angenehm überrascht. Wenn man den Preis sieht, passt es.
- Fergus (10/5): Exceptional - Our stay at Mount Camdeboo Private Game Reserve was exceptional from start to finish. The wildlife safari drives were wonderful, led by a knowledgeable guide and set against the spectacular scenery of the Karoo. The highlight was an unforgettable encounter with a herd of elephants joyfully playing in a newly formed rain pool — a magical moment that perfectly captured the wild beauty of the reserve. The accommodation was superb: elegant, comfortable, and beautifully integrated into the landscape. What truly elevates the experience, however, is the staff. Every member of the team was warm, attentive, and professional. The chef deserves special mention — each meal was nothing short of six-star, with imaginative dishes and flawless presentation at every sitting. A truly memorable safari experience in the heart of the Karoo. 🐘🌿✨
- Michael (6/5): 10000 Rand ist eine absolute Frechheit - Überbewertet Preis/Leistung völlig daneben Das schlechteste Essen was wir in 2 Jahren Afrika leider hatten. Wer Safaris hatte , kommt hier nicht auf seine Kosten Die 10 m2 Hütten waren relativ schmutzig Die Lage toll, aber das ist schon fast alles. Auf einer Farm zahlt man 80% weniger für tolle Aussicht, lecker Essen usw. Fast 30 km Anfahrt Never more
- Steyn (9/5): -
- Alexander (6/5): - Outstanding nature Moody Service Personal
- Lindsay (10/5): - Everything was fantastic! From communication pre arrival, to our stay, the delicious food, friendly staff and knowledgeable ranger. Everything was fantastic. A big thank you to Thabs and our ranger Sean. There was nothing thay we didnt like.
- Kaashif (10/5): -
- Beatrice (9/5): Ottimo soggiorno con Safari - La camera “pepper cottage” bella ma sporca. Abbiamo chiesto di cambiare camera e sono statati disponibili subito dalla seconda notte. La camera interna alla struttura molto meglio. Cibo ottimo. Staff super disponibile e gentile Alcune zone devono essere pulite meglio
- Bert (9/5): -
- Peter (8/5): No understanding from the Property about the hazardous conditions and no mitigation which therefore put us and especiall - Absolutely stunning location and a beautiful lodge. Really quite magical and helped by our lovely chef Nicolette who provided There had been some rain prior to our arrival and we had great difficulty in accessing the lodge. Another couple staying in the hotel were completely stuck in their car. We had been told they would meet us at the final gate and lead us in, but that didn’t happen and as a result we were put in a position that had potentially extremely dangerous consequences. You definitely need a very capable 4x4 vehicle to access the property.
- Charlotte (9/5): -
- Ichinkhorol (10/5): Really enjoyed staying there. Lovely remote place. Houses looked good too. Meal was delicious.Definitely will stay there - I stayed in Pod. It was clean and bright. Stunning view Thought electric fence could be higher ( but it was high) . Just my thoughts
- Walter (10/5): Out of Africa. - Wonderful place to be. You have everything you need but still you are just away from the whole civilation. Great. It was all fine.
- Catherine (8/5): Beautiful setting - Pods are incredibly beautiful and such a lovely setting Remoteness of it
- de Graaf (8/5): great experience - all great nothing
- Emmanuel (9/5): -
- Avril (9/5): - The location is beautiful. Staff are excellent. Both dinner and breakfast were superb. Our bedroom decor was a little "tired" - carpets are worn and AC's in both bedrooms were not functioning well.
- Timo (9/5): Perfect 3 day stay - Perfect 3-day stay We stayed in the Manor House and really loved it. The house is beautiful and the fireplace made the evenings feel so cosy. The pool, hot tub and the quiet location in the middle of nature were real highlights. The staff were very friendly, and our private chef cooked excellent meals — even the kids’ menu was adapted to our wishes. The game drives were exciting and our ranger Martin made the experience unforgettable with his knowledge and warm personality. Sitting by the fire in the evening and hearing lions in the distance was truly special. We would definitely recommend staying for three nights.
- gabriel (9/5): Amazing Game viewing in the arid karoo - Camdeboo really surprised us with the variety of wildlife and game in this area of the Karoo. The views of the farm from the lookout points on the game drive was amazing. To see 3 of the big five on one game drive in the arid Karoo was magical. nothing
- Robbie (10/5): -
- Peter (10/5): - Excellent service and food
- Nosipho (9/5): -
- Wessel (5/5): Certainly not 4 star as advertised… - Lamb shank dinner was great. Did not have warm water with shower in the morning. Room was dirty in certain areas. Front door lock was damaged and did not work properly. Garden around pool area was untidy and not on standard.
- du Preez (9/5): It honestly was a truly memorable and happy family stay! - Mount Camdeboo is set in the most beautiful part of the Karoo and the best part is how the accommodation numbers are low making it more of a boutique vibe which is exactly what we had wanted!! The lodge staff were always happy and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Our ranger could have done with a little better communication skills but he was fairly new to the lodge. Also sadly the bed was very noisy and definitely would recommend it be replaced going forward!!
- Melanie-Jane (9/5): -
- Duran (10/5): - It was tucked away from the busy city lifestyle. A time to just relax and enjoy what our beautiful country has to offer.
- Malie (10/5): -
- Dörfler (9/5): -
- Kate (9/5): Fantastiskt! - Vår första safari upplevelse var helt fantastiskt! Vi var bara 6 personer på vår lodge vilket gjorde att hela upplevelsen var mycket lugn & skön. Poolområdet var jättefin, en solsäng till varje gäst, bra mat, allt inkluderat inkl vin. Våra game drives var underbara, vi var ju bara 6 personer och vår jeep var ensam på reserven. Vår ranger Joseph var mycket kunnig och delade med sig av sin kunskap. Det kändes tryggt hela tiden. Vi såg alla djur vi hoppades på och kom närmare än vi hade trott att vi skulle. Jätte nöjda! Själva lodgen är lite slitet, det skulle behöva en uppfräschning.
- Marshall (10/5): -
- Theodor (10/5): -
- Roger (9/5): - Schöne Gegend, ruhig gelegen mit interessanten Game Safaris. Wir waren 3 Nächte dort und hatten total 6 Game Drivs. Das Personal war sehr aufmerksam und überaus freundlich. Die Unterkunft sehr stilvoll und das Essen sehr gut und schön präsentiert. Unser Ranger, Joseph, informierte uns ausgezeichnet über das Leben der Wildtiere und hatte Augen wie ein Adler. Für die unvergesslichen Tage im Camp danken wir allen! Wir kommen gerne wieder. -
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- Kirsten (9/5): -
- Stefanie (8/5): - Unser Aufenthalt hat uns sehr gut gefallen! Wir hatten eine wunderbare Zeit und haben die Ruhe sowie die beeindruckend schöne Natur sehr genossen. Martin ist ein wahres Lexikon, er konnte uns jede Frage beantworten! Auch die Küche war sehr lecker und das Personal stets aufmerksam und freundlich. Wir kommen auf jedenfall wieder! :) Verbesserungsvorschläge: 1. Eine Menüauswahl (mindestens zwei Optionen) beim Lunch und Dinner wäre wünschenswert. 2. Der Preis für den Wäscheservice (330 Rand) ist für diese Art von Unterkunft recht hoch. Üblicherweise liegen die Kosten zwischen 60–100 Rand. In einer Lodge sollte der Wäscheservice unserer Meinung nach inkludiert sein. 3. Es wäre schön, wenn auch Schaumwein (Sekt) verfügbar wäre.
- Kathy (9/5): Lovely staf, great place and some good sightings, for the price I would say a good find . - Lovely property and rooms, really nicely set out , great service and very friendly and great food although it’s a shame there is not at least one alternative choice for food, but the food was good It’s a long long rough road to mount Camdeboo but it’s worth it . Not the best of drives but saw elephants although at a great distance!! loads of giraffe which were very close by and at last lions which again was amazing. Zebra, kaboo and 10 tortoise!!!! but Tbf we did see some fabulous sights in the end , our guide was not communicative and informative enough without us prompting her so if it hadn’t been for the fact we are a very vocal group it would have been a very long, boring time in between sightings although apparently our ranger was new so I’m sure as she gets more confident her communication skills will improve. A lovely young girl tho .
- Serina (10/5): - Wir hatten einen der Pods, die Aussicht uns die Ruhe waren beeindruckend. Unser Guide Martin war absolute Spitze, er haf sich sehr gut ausgekannt und es hat großen spaß mit ihm gemacht! Auch wie dort mit den Tieren umgeganen wird hat auf uns sehr respektvoll gewirkt. Große Empfehlung! Als kleiner Verbesserungstipp für die Pods würden wir ein etwas abwechslungsreicheres Abendessen erwähnen, das essen selbst war jedoch sehr gut
- Victor (10/5): - Where to even begin… Mount Camdeboo truly exceeded all our expectations! The 27 km gravel road leading to the lodge was absolutely worth every minute of the drive. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel completely at home. Everyone was so friendly and went above and beyond to make our stay special — from warm towels waiting after our game drives to surprising us with flowers and wine for our anniversary. Their attention to detail was simply incredible. The manor itself is stunning — beautifully furnished, spacious rooms, and equipped with every amenity you could need. The food was phenomenal, every meal so thoughtfully prepared and delicious! Our game drives were an absolute highlight. Martin, our exceptional guide, was so passionate and knowledgeable about the animals, birds, and plants. His enthusiasm made every drive fascinating and memorable. And then… the pods. What an unforgettable experience! Perched high on the mountains in the middle of the reserve, surrounded by wildlife — it felt magical. The wood-burning hot tub was already warm when we arrived, and our dinner under the stars, paired with a lovely bottle of wine, made for a truly breathtaking evening. It’s an experience we’ll treasure forever. We were lucky enough to see all the animals on our drives, and learning about the reserve’s conservation efforts was both inspiring and eye-opening. It’s heartwarming to see how much care and dedication goes into protecting this beautiful ecosystem. Mount Camdeboo will always hold a special place in our hearts. We can’t recommend this lodge highly enough and will be telling all our friends and family about it. We’re already planning our next trip back to SA! Absolutely nothing
- Pieter (9/5): Amazing stay and off the beaten track! - Peaceful and tranquility! Excellent staff.
- William Copeman (10/5): -
- Izandrei (3/5): Worst 5 star ever!!!! - The idea and the photos are great..... but that is it... 5 star was missing, barely staff around, no outside furniture was put out, had to ask for chairs. The food for dinner was overpriced, especially kids meals, R250 for fishfingers..... on correspondence the meal being fishfingers was not communicated. The guide Charl, was late with pick up on arrival and it was a struggle (after a long not too good gravel road drive), late again the morning with pickup.... The fireplace was not packed, warm water for shower was not enough, grass was not cut, broken glass next to the pool, hot tub not warm, baboons and monkeys all over and not cleaned up after they made a mess outside... weed, broken wooden doors, towels with holes in them.... list goes on! Totally overpriced comparing to other places!!! Will never go back. Huge management issue, there was nobody! We have been treated much better at lower star accommodations.
- Brandon (8/5): -
- Johann (10/5): An exquisite getaway that inspires peaceful serenity with breathtaking scenery, while being spoiled with culminary delig - We stayed at the pod for two nights and one at the lodge. The accomodation in both is stunning. The peace and serenity, breathtaking views, beautifully decorated rooms, comfy beds and crispy linen, made our stay most memorable. I didn’t even mention the most delicious meals and snacks, and our wonerful ranger Joseph. Loved every moment. Nothing!
- Engela (10/5): Excellent stay and well worth the money - It’s beautiful house- we stayed in the 3 bedroom house and what a gem🤩 The hot tub was a favourite. Martin our guide was exceptional and the friendly staff and lamb-shank for supper was highlights that made our stay superb None
- Caren (10/5): Een fantastische ervaring! - Wij verbleven in een POD, een luxe tiny house in the middle of nowhere. Met een prachtig uitzicht over de vallei en aan de andere kant de bergen. We werden heel gastvrij ontvangen en verzorgd. Echt een aanrader! Het avondeten vonden wij minder lekker. Maar ontbijt en lunch waren heerlijk.
- Wijnand (10/5): -
- Richard (10/5): Incredible! - We stayed in the pod for two nights and it was easily one of the most special places we have been. The view is completely stunning - sunrise, sunsets, stars were breathtaking! The pod is perfectly equipped with a hot tub, outdoor fireplace, lots of different seating areas, indoor heater and clever storage spaces for a snug and cosy room. We were brought our meals each day which were delicious and we had generous portions (we had vegetarian options) and the fridge was well stocked with complementary soft drinks, beers and wine. The kitchen has glasses, a hob, a microwave and an air fryer. From the moment we arrived we felt so well looked after by the hostess and game drivers. They were easy to contact at any time (we were very impressed with the WiFi in such a remote place). The game drives were incredible - very different to the landscapes we've seen before. There were giraffes, rhinos, monkeys and lots more, our highlight being the pride of lions (including a father and son!). If you're considering staying in the pod - it's a must from us! Leaving!
- Antoine (9/5): Geweldig verblijf! - De accommodatie was all inclusive dwz naast eten en drinken ook game drives ( twee keer op een dag). In tegenstelling tot veel andere parken/reservaten zijn hier de leeuwen, neushoorns en giraffen wel te zien. Personeel was erg attent. Accommodatie kent een huiselijke sfeer. De kamer kon beter schoongemaakt worden.
- Luciana (10/5): Sensacional! - Uma experiência incrível! O lugar é lindo, preservado, aconchegante e toda a equipe extremamente atenciosa e prestativa! Não dá vontade de ir embora!
- Manie (10/5): - An Unforgettable Stay at Mount Camdeboo Private Game Reserve We had the absolute pleasure of staying in the Pod at Mount Camdeboo for two nights to celebrate my birthday — and what an unforgettable experience it was! The team went above and beyond to make the celebration special, even surprising me with the most incredible birthday cake. Their effort and attention to detail truly made me feel valued and spoiled. The food throughout our stay was phenomenal — every meal, from breakfast to lunch and dinner, was delicious and beautifully presented. A real highlight was the hearty oxtail stew served one evening — absolutely out of this world! The game drives with our guide Luke were both informative and adventurous. We were lucky enough to have sightings of both lions and elephants, which made the experience all the more thrilling. If I had to mention one small downside, it would be the shower in the pod — the temperature control was a bit off, switching between steaming hot and ice cold. But honestly, that minor inconvenience did very little to dampen what was otherwise an incredible stay. Highly recommend Mount Camdeboo to anyone looking for a luxurious and memorable safari experience!
- Yolandé (10/5): We went to Mount Camdeboo for 2 nights and it was the most unbelievable experience!!! From the food to the game drives. - Everything about our stay was AMAZING!!!
- Jacobus (9/5): Superb -
- Josiane (10/5): Exceptional -
- Mrs_z07 (10/5): Exceptional hidden gem - Absolutely everything. We were welcomed by such great people. Our house we stayed in was beautiful. The games drives were excellent, and never felt like a rush. Food was amazing. We didn't get to use the hot tub, unfortunately, but the view from the hot tub would have been incredible. We're sad that we only stayed 1 night. Highly recommend it. Can't think of anything. We had a great time.
- Lucienne (10/5): Incredible value for money - Om From the moment we arrived at Mount Camdeboo, we knew this was going to be something special. Nestled in the vast, rolling landscapes of the Great Karoo, it offered the perfect combination of luxury, tranquility, and untamed beauty. Private, Peaceful, and Perfectly Catered We booked a 3-bedroom house, and it truly felt like a retreat of our own. The privacy was unmatched, allowing for a peaceful escape into nature. One of the highlights was having our own private chefs, who prepared and served incredible meals. Every dish was of an exceptionally high standard—beautifully presented, full of flavor, and made with care. Having all drinks includedwas a fantastic touch, making every moment even more enjoyable. The hot tub was another luxury that added to the experience—it was ready anytime, day or night, making it easy to unwind while soaking in the breathtaking surroundings. Exceptional Service & Guiding The team at Mount Camdeboo made the experience unforgettable. Every staff member was warm, welcoming, and genuinely invested in ensuring we had the best stay possible. A special mention must go to Rudolf, our ranger, whose knowledge and passion for the wildlife made every game drive both fascinating and educational. He explained everything so well, adding depth to each wildlife encounter and truly enhancing the adventure. The reserve is a bit off the beaten path, but that’s precisely what makes it so special. The facilities are thoughtfully designed, from comfortable accommodations to convenient parking and well-kept communal areas. Final Thoughts – Would I Recommend It? Absolutely! But book the 3-bedroom house rather than the rooms. -
- Michael (9/5): Both I and my guests had a great holiday. Who could ask for more!! - As on my previous two visits the visit was everything I expected. The warm welcome, excellent accommodation, imaginative meals and knowledgeable guide all added to the great experience. Tabs, Justin and Charl in particular could not have been more welcome. I hope to return with more guests in the near future. Thank you all. No shortcomings.
- Manon (10/5): Amazing! - Our stay at Mount Camdeboo’s pod was amazing from the beginning to the end. The reception and our guide were amazing, the pod and his view over the mountain was amazing, the food was amazing, and the game drives were amazing. Worth it! Thank you for everything!
- Jessica (8/5): Very good -
- Alida (8/5): Great spot to unwind - The pods are exceptional with amazing views and a great place to wind down and relax. Sitting by the fireplace and star gazing was swamping. Game drives were great with cheetah and lion sightings. Arrived at 14:00 (checkin time) but was only transported to the pods at 16:30 so had to sit around and wait at manor house for other guest who arrived at 16:30. This limited our time at the pod as you are also fetched early on your check out day . Ideally you want to spend as much time at the pod when you arrive as your 2 game drives a day start early in the morning and end late at night so you only have time during the afternoon to chill at the pod if you only stay for two night. Food was enough and good but both evenings we had meat and the same vegatables- variety would have been nice. Would recommend you also take snacks with as you are 45 min away from the manor house and there is none in the pod.
- Megan (10/5): Extremely helpful staff who went the extra mile. Will return! - Beautiful home, fully equipped with fireplace, hot tub and swimming pool
- Jan (10/5): Exceptional -
- Paul-andré (10/5): It was an unforgettable stay. A charming accommodation, if the walls could tell the story of life, a fantastic landscape - We enjoyed everything. Thank you so much to all the teams for your kindness and your smile 😀. Nothing.
- Lucinda (9/5): Such a stunning, secret part of the world. Too short. We'll be back! - Our guide Collin was excellent. Enthusiastic, personable and knowledgeable.
- Thomas (10/5): Exceptional -
- Schadie (8/5): This is something we all should try out and if I get a chance I would definitely go back. - We stayed in one of the pods which was an amazing experience. You were enveloped by the reserve and it was the perfect place to relax with little to do disturbance. We had two game drives a day and the ranger was very friendly and informative. And we were lucky to see most of the animals on the reserve including a small pride of lions. Meals are delivered directly to the pod and was well prepared and delicious. All in all this is a must do and if I get a chance I would definitely go back. Nothing
- Stephanie (10/5): Wonderful experience! - We had an incredible time and will definitely come back. The location a little bit off the grid and not too many guests was exactly what we wished for, for an intimate game reserve experience! All expectations were exceeded :) From the welcome, to the Manor, to the amazing food, the game drives, star gazing… everything was wonderful and moments we will cherish! We were a bit worried about the 27km gravel road. But in the end even our VW Polo had no problem at all. Just go slow and enjoy the ride, there are wild animals already on the way to the reserve (we saw a lot of giraffes, Kudu, Monkeys…). With some stops to watch the animals, it took us around 1h 15 min.
- Fergus (8/5): This is a very acceptable alternative to the overpriced Samara Private Game Lodge which is next door. - The location is stunning and the Big Five are well represented. The Manor houses are luxurious so no complaints.
- Andre (10/5): Wonderful and generous hospitality by people who love their jobs and are very proud of their wonderful environment. - Beautifully appointed, wonderful food, amazing staff, scenery, nature, fresh air, and everything else!
- Pieter (10/5): Unique - We slept in the pod. The pod is a once in a lifetime experience, surrounded by silence with only the sound of the animals, with an incredible view, far Away from the civilized world. Mount camdeboo provides everything you need and expect from an all inclusive reserve. We would especially like to mention the welcome from Christel and of course the very personalized game drives from Collin that makes the experience unique. Thank you for making our experience so memorable.
- William (10/5): Exceptional -
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